cb radio anyone???

james4060 · 09-29-2007, 07:18 PM

i've got one and im planning to install this week, but does anyone evern use them anymore??

james4060 · 09-29-2007, 07:19 PM

alright got me a cb the other day and was wondering how many people still use them??

mehret · 09-29-2007, 08:15 PM

I've had mine disconnected for awhile, but when I did have it wired up, I used it all the time. It's good for getting traffic reports from truckers who are passing through the area, and just for some friendly conversation to pass the time. I can usually get someone on the radio at all times.

Ric · 09-29-2007, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by james4060

i've got one and im planning to install this week, but does anyone evern use them anymore??

I use mone every weekend

on the trail that is, they are great for communicating on the trail.

ozziesironmanoffroad · 09-29-2007, 08:35 PM

yeah theyre great, but mine got severely shorted out a year ago.. what are the chances of this... the antenna was struck by lightning and shorted out the cb, the antenna, the stereo. nothing else was damaged. i figure it must have been a divine intervention, that could have fried my whole electrical system. im just lookin for a good place in vegas to tune my new one.. sitting in the garage along with a linear i plan on using with it. anyone got ne ideas where to get em tuned IN VEGAS? not many truck stops out here, you get those out near state line i believe, and im not about to drive for an hour just to ask a question.

***Corey*** · 09-29-2007, 08:38 PM

It is the preferred way to communicate while on runs.
It transmits further than those FSR radios too.

Plus I use mine on the commute going home from work.
It is turned down low so I can listen for traffic snarls.

ozziesironmanoffroad · 09-29-2007, 08:44 PM

a CB would probably be great for the 215 freeway out here. it looks fine and traffic flows smoothly until you get near the strip/15 freeway to LA, and the airport. one minuite ur doin fine, the next minute your on ur brakes hoping to stop before hitting the car in front of you.

KevinInSac · 09-29-2007, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Corey

It is the preferred way to communicate while on runs.
It transmits further than those FSR radios too.

Plus I use mine on the commute going home from work.
It is turned down low so I can listen for traffic snarls.

That mic seems to be far and away... is it a hassle to get to?

***Corey*** · 09-29-2007, 10:12 PM

That is an old pic, I have not updated them.
The mic bracket is moved to the other side of the radio there, but when I am actually using it, I can store the mic and talk with it in my old iPod holder.
Since I have a new head unit now, the iPod is tucked away in the glovebox.
The CB mic fits perfectly in the iPod holder, not to be confused with the other iPod holder below in the cup holder.

Oh, this shot here also shows the mic clip moved to the left side of the radio.

Spanky · 09-29-2007, 11:09 PM

new pic please

spaceycayce · 10-02-2007, 09:21 AM

Yeah I like the mount pic....looks like the same radio I have...and yes it helps to have when you are doing solo road trips.....I have mine mounted near my shifter, but I may relocate it now that I have seen this picture I like the look on the dashboard.

Gator · 10-02-2007, 09:48 AM

I use mine everyday on the commute to / from work. It's not as popular as it once was, but there are still alot of people who use them.

KevinInSac · 10-02-2007, 06:37 PM

Gator, do you hit your hand on the mic when using the e-brake?

Gator · 10-03-2007, 04:40 AM

I've only had to use the e-brake once since the install, and I don't remember it being an issue. It doesn't show in the picture, but there is some room there for clearance. I remember checking that when I was trying to decide where to install the mic mount. I have it as far down as I could possibly get it. I guess it depends on the size of your hands and how often you use the e-brake. I have rather large hands, but hardly ever need the e-brake.

**aviator** · 10-03-2007, 07:11 AM

Used to have a CB in my old truck... not many "civillians" on it like in the 70's but truckers are on it all the time... really useful for avoiding traffic and getting reports on "bear" [cop] activity... speed traps, DUI inspections etc.,...
can also help when you are lost in town... folks might not know where a particular place is but they can usually tell you how to get to a cross street or rough location of an address...

KevinInSac · 10-03-2007, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Gator

I've only had to use the e-brake once since the install, and I don't remember it being an issue. It doesn't show in the picture, but there is some room there for clearance. I remember checking that when I was trying to decide where to install the mic mount. I have it as far down as I could possibly get it. I guess it depends on the size of your hands and how often you use the e-brake. I have rather large hands, but hardly ever need the e-brake.

I use my e-brake everys single time I stop. My hands aren't large, but they are big.

Here's how mine is set up:

Show's the speaker and mic.

The Radio and mic. Both are very easy to get too.

Wow wee wow wow. My truck looks really dirty in thses pictures. It's far cleaner than it seems...

rowdy235 · 10-04-2007, 09:02 PM

Well I live in an area big in logging and most everybody has a CB. I can at any time find at least 5-6 people to talk to. We even have a restaurant that you can order over a CB and then pick it up. My suggestion- Don't skimp on the antenna. I find I am much happier with a "High-Quality" Antenna than my previous $9 job. Don't really have a pic right now, but the radio is a uniden PRO520XL, mounted above the radio.

ozziesironmanoffroad · 10-04-2007, 09:05 PM

no radioshack antenna! lol

Gator · 10-05-2007, 05:24 AM

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Originally Posted by ozziesironmanoffroad

no radioshack antenna! lol

Wait a minute....I have a Radio Shack 102" whip on mine. What's wrong w/ a Radio Shack antennae?

rowdy235 · 10-05-2007, 03:50 PM

Mine is a FireStik FS-4W, with a SS "3-Way" Mount, bolted to the front left corner of the bed.

09-29-2007, 07:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
james4060 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: north georgia Posts: 40	cb radio??? i've got one and im planning to install this week, but does anyone evern use them anymore??

09-29-2007, 07:19 PM	#2 (permalink)
james4060 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: north georgia Posts: 40	cb radio anyone??? alright got me a cb the other day and was wondering how many people still use them??

09-29-2007, 08:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
mehret Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Williamsport (School,Work)/Palmerton (Home), PA Posts: 627	I've had mine disconnected for awhile, but when I did have it wired up, I used it all the time. It's good for getting traffic reports from truckers who are passing through the area, and just for some friendly conversation to pass the time. I can usually get someone on the radio at all times. __________________ 87 Toyota Pickup 22r, 5pd., 220,000 miles, 15x8 steels, 31x10.5x15 BFG A/T, tiger camo There are excuses and results: No one cares about the excuses.

09-29-2007, 08:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
ozziesironmanoffroad Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Spring Valley, CA Posts: 4,191	yeah theyre great, but mine got severely shorted out a year ago.. what are the chances of this... the antenna was struck by lightning and shorted out the cb, the antenna, the stereo. nothing else was damaged. i figure it must have been a divine intervention, that could have fried my whole electrical system. im just lookin for a good place in vegas to tune my new one.. sitting in the garage along with a linear i plan on using with it. anyone got ne ideas where to get em tuned IN VEGAS? not many truck stops out here, you get those out near state line i believe, and im not about to drive for an hour just to ask a question. __________________ The 22r series engines are made from the fires of hell, and will fight tooth and nail to not be sent back. 1988 Toyota P/U 4x4 22RE 258,000 miles on original motor pioneer CD deck 31x10.50x15 BFG A/T BAJA 100W lights on prerunner bumper KC Daylighters 100W rancho rs5000 MUD IS A VALID PAINT JOB! If not living life to the fullest, why live it? my trucks official buildup thread

09-29-2007, 08:38 PM	#6 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,832	It is the preferred way to communicate while on runs. It transmits further than those FSR radios too. Plus I use mine on the commute going home from work. It is turned down low so I can listen for traffic snarls. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

09-29-2007, 08:44 PM	#7 (permalink)
ozziesironmanoffroad Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Spring Valley, CA Posts: 4,191	a CB would probably be great for the 215 freeway out here. it looks fine and traffic flows smoothly until you get near the strip/15 freeway to LA, and the airport. one minuite ur doin fine, the next minute your on ur brakes hoping to stop before hitting the car in front of you. __________________ The 22r series engines are made from the fires of hell, and will fight tooth and nail to not be sent back. 1988 Toyota P/U 4x4 22RE 258,000 miles on original motor pioneer CD deck 31x10.50x15 BFG A/T BAJA 100W lights on prerunner bumper KC Daylighters 100W rancho rs5000 MUD IS A VALID PAINT JOB! If not living life to the fullest, why live it? my trucks official buildup thread

09-29-2007, 10:12 PM	#9 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,832	That is an old pic, I have not updated them. The mic bracket is moved to the other side of the radio there, but when I am actually using it, I can store the mic and talk with it in my old iPod holder. Since I have a new head unit now, the iPod is tucked away in the glovebox. The CB mic fits perfectly in the iPod holder, not to be confused with the other iPod holder below in the cup holder. Oh, this shot here also shows the mic clip moved to the left side of the radio. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

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Spanky Contributing Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: salt lake city utah Posts: 517	new pic please __________________ 1992 Toyota Truck 22re 5 Spd (184K and going!) Magnaflow Highflow Cat Flowmaster 40 Series Muffler 2.25" Pipes K&N Air Filter Airbox Mod, AFM Mod, 2" Body Lift BFG All Terrain 31x10.50's American Racing "Chamber" Wheels 15x8

10-02-2007, 09:21 AM	#11 (permalink)
spaceycayce Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Los Angeles/New Mexico Posts: 342	Yeah I like the mount pic....looks like the same radio I have...and yes it helps to have when you are doing solo road trips.....I have mine mounted near my shifter, but I may relocate it now that I have seen this picture I like the look on the dashboard. __________________ ME:1995 4Runner Auto 3.0L v6, SAS'd, lots of other goodies. Wife:1999 Subaru Forrester AWD (which is loads of fun in the snow). 1999 Tacoma 2wd TRD package-sold for the 4runner in 2003 1998 Subaru Forrester-died 2004 1990 Honda Accord- sold in 1998 1975 Buick Regal-died in 1994

10-02-2007, 09:48 AM	#12 (permalink)
Gator Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Birmingham, AL. Posts: 232	I use mine everyday on the commute to / from work. It's not as popular as it once was, but there are still alot of people who use them. __________________ Current Setup: 94 X-Cab 4x4 w/ 3.0, Auto, 1.5" BJS & Shackles, 33x12.5-15 BFG MT's, Detroit locker w/ 4.88 gears, ISR and Air Box mods. Future Mods: Armor, winch, 12v Air Compressor & tank. Lottery Mods: 4.3L w/ 4L60-E tranny swap, SAS w/ Detroit locker, Budbuilt Crossmember.

10-02-2007, 06:37 PM	#13 (permalink)
KevinInSac Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sacramento, CA (Carmichael) Posts: 1,034	Gator, do you hit your hand on the mic when using the e-brake? __________________ 92 ExCab Pickup SR5 3.0 5spd 4X4 Pretty much stock. I've done some stuff though.

10-03-2007, 04:40 AM	#14 (permalink)
Gator Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Birmingham, AL. Posts: 232	I've only had to use the e-brake once since the install, and I don't remember it being an issue. It doesn't show in the picture, but there is some room there for clearance. I remember checking that when I was trying to decide where to install the mic mount. I have it as far down as I could possibly get it. I guess it depends on the size of your hands and how often you use the e-brake. I have rather large hands, but hardly ever need the e-brake. __________________ Current Setup: 94 X-Cab 4x4 w/ 3.0, Auto, 1.5" BJS & Shackles, 33x12.5-15 BFG MT's, Detroit locker w/ 4.88 gears, ISR and Air Box mods. Future Mods: Armor, winch, 12v Air Compressor & tank. Lottery Mods: 4.3L w/ 4L60-E tranny swap, SAS w/ Detroit locker, Budbuilt Crossmember.

10-03-2007, 07:11 AM	#15 (permalink)
aviator Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: COTKU,Ontario,Canada Posts: 5,339	Used to have a CB in my old truck... not many "civillians" on it like in the 70's but truckers are on it all the time... really useful for avoiding traffic and getting reports on "bear" [cop] activity... speed traps, DUI inspections etc.,... can also help when you are lost in town... folks might not know where a particular place is but they can usually tell you how to get to a cross street or rough location of an address... __________________ Silver 1994 Hilux Xtra cab 4x4 3.0 K&N cone filter, ported MAF, advanced timing, oversize exhaust, free flow cat, "rumble" muffler custom covered SR5 seats, map lights, factory AC tv4184 style black interior conversion started mods to come... header, custom centre console, stereo upgrade tinted windows Founding member 1972TLC fan club Toyota Hilux... Get in or Get out of the way.

10-04-2007, 09:02 PM	#17 (permalink)
rowdy235 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sweet Home, OR Posts: 1,380	Well I live in an area big in logging and most everybody has a CB. I can at any time find at least 5-6 people to talk to. We even have a restaurant that you can order over a CB and then pick it up. My suggestion- Don't skimp on the antenna. I find I am much happier with a "High-Quality" Antenna than my previous $9 job. Don't really have a pic right now, but the radio is a uniden PRO520XL, mounted above the radio. __________________ Daily Driver: 1982 Toyota Pickup Base 2WD 22R, TRD Cam,5-sp Manual, Toyota Truck Nation High Miler- 300k+ MPG: 25/32 Off-roader: 1990 Honda H3011SA Riding Lawnmower, 11hp OHV engine, Carlisle SNOW-HOG Tires MPG: 1 Day of "Wheeling" per gallon Come to the 2nd Annual Oregon Yotatech Meetup! June 26-29, 2009: Browns Camp OHV Park http://www.yotatech.com/f5/oregon-yo.../#post50902592

10-04-2007, 09:05 PM	#18 (permalink)
ozziesironmanoffroad Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Spring Valley, CA Posts: 4,191	no radioshack antenna! lol __________________ The 22r series engines are made from the fires of hell, and will fight tooth and nail to not be sent back. 1988 Toyota P/U 4x4 22RE 258,000 miles on original motor pioneer CD deck 31x10.50x15 BFG A/T BAJA 100W lights on prerunner bumper KC Daylighters 100W rancho rs5000 MUD IS A VALID PAINT JOB! If not living life to the fullest, why live it? my trucks official buildup thread

10-05-2007, 03:50 PM	#20 (permalink)
rowdy235 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sweet Home, OR Posts: 1,380	Mine is a FireStik FS-4W, with a SS "3-Way" Mount, bolted to the front left corner of the bed. __________________ Daily Driver: 1982 Toyota Pickup Base 2WD 22R, TRD Cam,5-sp Manual, Toyota Truck Nation High Miler- 300k+ MPG: 25/32 Off-roader: 1990 Honda H3011SA Riding Lawnmower, 11hp OHV engine, Carlisle SNOW-HOG Tires MPG: 1 Day of "Wheeling" per gallon Come to the 2nd Annual Oregon Yotatech Meetup! June 26-29, 2009: Browns Camp OHV Park http://www.yotatech.com/f5/oregon-yo.../#post50902592